Deer Park School District No. 414

Position Posting: Math is Cool Coach

Effective Date: 11/30/26-2/26/27
Compensation: $500 Stipend
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Qualifications

Prior experience working with sixth-grade students preferred.
Strong knowledge of middle school mathematics concepts and instructional strategies.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, administrators, and staff.
Enthusiasm for working with and motivating students.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
Ability to promote teamwork, positive attitudes, and good sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

Provide direct instruction and coaching to students participating on the Math is Cool team to prepare them for Math is Cool tournaments. Instruction will include problem-solving strategies, mathematical accuracy, computation skills, and good sportsmanship.
Organize, coordinate, and supervise all after-school team practices.
Follow district policies, safety procedures, and established guidelines to help ensure a safe environment and minimize risk to students, staff, and the district.
Demonstrate professional and mature conduct at all practices and competitions. Exercise sound judgment and discretion when supervising and directing team activities, both during competitions and outside the competition area.
Coordinate and maintain effective communication with team members, parents, school administration, and the Highly Capable Program Coordinator.
Become familiar with and carry out all responsibilities and requirements established by the Academics Are Cool organization to ensure successful team participation and competition.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants must submit the following:

Letter of Application
Completed District Application Form
Resume

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Seldom (less than 10%)	Limited (10-30%)	Moderate (31-60%)	Frequent (61-100%)
Lift assist over 50 lbs	Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs	Lifting up to 50 lbs	Lifting up to 35 lbs
Exposure to human-borne pathogens	Exposure to outside elements	Stooping, bending	Walking
Standing	Exposure to extreme Cold (freezer)	Sitting	Twisting, pushing, pulling

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Position paid by stipend: $500 - no insurance or retirement benefits

As required by RCW 28A.400.303, school district employees are required to complete a Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background check. Newly hired employees are responsible for the completion of the background check prior to hire. Verification of identity and United States Work Authorization must be completed before employment commences.

Please contact Suzanne McKibbon at 509-464-5526 if disability accommodation is needed during the application process.

Notice of Nondiscrimination: Deer Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities, including employment, on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to:

Civil Rights	Title IX Compliance Coordinator	Section 504 Coordinator
Sam Abrahms	Suzanne McKibbon	Kirstin Hermann
HomeLink Assistant Principal	Director of Special Services	Assistant Special Service Director
509-468-3308	509-464-5526	509-464-5527
sam.abrams@dpsdmail.org	suzanne.mckibbon@dpsdmail.org	kristin.hermann@dpsdmail.org

Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation in compliance with

Federal and state law should contact HR at 509-464-5500 or 509-464-5526

6th Grade Math is Cool Coach